4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
3/4 cup mashed potatoes
3/4 cup milk

Sift dry ingredients.

In a medium bowl, beat shortening (may use softened butter) until light and fluffy, gradually adding sugar and eggs.

Combine milk and vanilla. Add liquids alternately with dry ingredients. Beat for 30 seconds. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Roll, cut into doughnut shapes.

Allow to rise for 20 minutes. Fry in hot vegetable oil (365°F) turning once. When golden brown, remove using a slotted spoon to paper towels. Shake in a bag of sugar or sugar and cinnamon or drizzle with confectioners icing.

Makes 3 dozen medium size donuts.